A Mansfield fire engine was struck by a tractor-trailer on 495 Southbound near Exit 27 in Norton yesterday morning. According to Boston 25 News, the collision occurred around 4:30 a.m. while the fire engine was parked with no one onboard at the time. This incident has been classified as a hit-and-run, as the tractor-trailer continued on without stopping after the impact.
The fire department's vehicle sustained serious damage in the wake of the crash while responding to a previous incident. Struck by the tractor-trailer, it bears the marks of an unexpected and violent encounter. Officials have not yet released detailed information regarding the tractor-trailer, other than that it is described as having a white trailer and should now exhibit significant damage, particularly on the front driver's side of the tractor. Witnesses or those with information are being urged to contact the Massachusetts State Police.
No injuries have been reported in relation to this event, as confirmed by the Mansfield Fire Department and reported by WHDH News. The fire engine was attending to a separate incident on the interstate at the time of the collision with the larger vehicle.
As authorities continue to investigate the matter, they have issued a call to the public for assistance. Anyone who might have witnessed the crash or who has relevant information is encouraged to come forward as part of the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and to aid in locating the tractor-trailer driver responsible. No additional details have been made available just yet, as the situation is still developing.
